8. Rural-Urban Fringe

Case Study 1: Rural-Urban Fringe Expansion – Raipur, India

Theories and Perspectives Applied to Rural-Urban Fringe:

• Core-Periphery Theory (Wallerstein, 1974) – Highlights spatial inequalities in urban expansion.
• Bid-Rent Theory (Alonso, 1964) – Explains land value variations based on accessibility.
• Urban Morphology Theory (Moudon, 1997) – Studies the physical structure of cities.
• Law of Spatial Interaction (Reilly, 1931) – Governs movement and interaction between settlements.

Models/Theories/Laws Applied:

• Rural-Urban Transition Model – Examines the transformation of rural areas into urban zones.
• Land Use Change Framework – Evaluates the impact of urban expansion on agricultural land.
• Systems Analysis Approach – Assesses rural-urban fringe dynamics through multiple indicators.

Recent Data:

• Raipur: Rapid urban expansion affecting rural settlements.
• Land Use Changes: Agricultural land converted into residential and commercial zones.
• Infrastructure Development: Improved connectivity expanding urban influence.

Spatial Variation:

• Urban Fringe: High land conversion rates due to urbanization.
• Peripheral Areas: Moderate expansion with mixed land use.

Temporal Variation:

• Historical Trends: Urban fringe evolving since 2000s.
• Future Projections: Expected rise in planned urban development.

Source:

• Population and Land Use Characteristics of Rural-Urban Fringe Around Raipur

Insight:

Raipur’s rural-urban fringe expansion validates Core-Periphery Theory, emphasizing the role of urbanization in transforming rural landscapes.

Case Study 2: Rural-Urban Transition Zones – Chengdu, China

Theories and Perspectives Applied to Rural-Urban Fringe:

• Core-Periphery Theory (Wallerstein, 1974) – Highlights spatial inequalities in urban expansion.
• Bid-Rent Theory (Alonso, 1964) – Explains land value variations based on accessibility.
• Urban Morphology Theory (Moudon, 1997) – Studies the physical structure of cities.
• Law of Spatial Interaction (Reilly, 1931) – Governs movement and interaction between settlements.

Models/Theories/Laws Applied:

• Rural-Urban Transition Model – Examines the transformation of rural areas into urban zones.
• Land Use Change Framework – Evaluates the impact of urban expansion on agricultural land.
• Systems Analysis Approach – Assesses rural-urban fringe dynamics through multiple indicators.

Recent Data:

• Chengdu: Urban-suburban-rural transition zones expanding due to rapid urbanization.
• Land Use Dynamics: Farmland converted into construction land and woodlands.
• Policy Challenges: Balancing ecological conservation with urban expansion.

Spatial Variation:

• Urban Fringe: High land conversion rates due to urbanization.
• Peripheral Areas: Moderate expansion with mixed land use.

Temporal Variation:

• Historical Trends: Urban fringe evolving since 1990s.
• Future Projections: Expected rise in structured urban planning.

Source:

• Dynamic Identification and Evolution of Urban-Suburban-Rural Transition Zones in Chengdu

Insight:

Chengdu’s rural-urban transition zones validate Bid-Rent Theory, emphasizing the role of land value in shaping urban expansion.